In this episode, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman welcome Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director & CEO at the FIDO Alliance, for his 7th appearance on the Identity at the Center Podcast. They discuss what's new with the FIDO alliance and what to expect from the upcoming Authenticate event. The conversation also includes some yet to be determined topics. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion!

In this episode of Identity at the Center, hosts Jim McDonald and Jeff Steadman sit down with Andrew Shakira, Executive Director of the FIDO Alliance, at Identiverse 2024. They explore the myths and realities of FIDO adoption in the banking sector, discuss the growth and impact of the FIDO Alliance, and delve into the latest developments in passwordless authentication and passkeys.

Andrew shares insights into how FIDO is reducing identity-related fraud and the role of certifications in ensuring security and interoperability. The conversation also covers the importance of usability in multi-factor authentication (MFA) and the challenges and opportunities of implementing FIDO in various environments, from first responders to prisons.

The episode wraps up with a look ahead to the Authenticate conference, emphasizing the collaborative and supportive nature of the identity community. Tune in for a comprehensive discussion on the state of identity authentication and the future of passwordless security.

Connect with Andrew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewshikiar/

Learn more about the FIDO Alliance: https://fidoalliance.org/

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🔑 Episode Keywords

Identity Management, Fido Alliance, Passkeys, Cybersecurity, Biometric Authentication, User Experience, Identity Fraud, Compliance, Multi-Factor Authentication, Identiverse 2024, Certification, Fdic Guidelines, Digital Identity, Authentication Standards, Connected Devices, Security Keys, Identity Verification, Liveness Detection, Technology Adoption, Cyber Risk

#287 - Identiverse 2024: Andrew Shikiar from the FIDO Alliance

Identity at the Center